Top Features of the Dahon Helios SL 05
- Ultra light - Only 7.6 kilos (16.7 lbs.) w/o pedals
- Stiff, hyper efficient frame made from custom-drawn Sonus tubing
- BioLogic II frame geometry is very stable at high speeds
- Custom Rolf Prima Accel wheels
- Custom Schwalbe Stelvio Light tyres
- Custom SRAM X.7 drivetrain
The Helios SL incorporates all that we know about making a super light and fast folding bike for all around use. Weighing in at a mere 7.6 kilos (16.72 lbs.), the Helios SL is the lightest production folding bike on the planet. For 2005, we've thoroughly re-designed the frame and steering assembly and added our patented Fusion technology which boosts torsional rigidity by over 35%. That means your out of saddle efforts will be even better rewarded than before. Equipped with rocket fast Rolf Prima™ Accel wheels, custom Schwalbe Stelvio Light tires, and SRAM X7 drivetrain, the Helios SL sets a new performance benchmark for folding bicycles.
| Helios SL |
| Colour | Jet Black |
| Gear Inches | 31" - 91" |
| Distance: Seat Post To Handlebar | 670mm (26.4") |
| Distance: Saddle To Pedal | Min: 775mm (30.5") Max: 950mm (37.6") |
| Folded Size | 28 x 56 x 81cm (11" x 22" x 33") |
| Weight | 7.6kg (17.4lbs) base model with out options and pedals |
| Folding Time | 15 seconds |
| Suggested Rider Height | 142cm - 193cm (4'8" - 6'4") |
| Max Rider Weight | 105kg (230lbs) |
| Frame | Y Series, 7005 butted aluminium alloy, custom-drawn Sonus tubing, forged Lattice hinge, patented Re-Bar, EmBed, ViseGrip technology, replaceable derailleur hanger |
| Fork | Dahon SlipStream, Puro U6 aluminium alloy, integrated, Fusion technology |
| Steering Column | Radius ProLite, patented Fusion design, forged aluminium, patented InSide lock |
| Handlebar | Dahon CarbonLite riser, custom |
| Headset | Dahon Fusion XP, Zero stack, machined aluminium cups, ACB cartridge bearings, sealed |
| Grips | ProLite Foam |
| Saddle | SDG BelAir FX, I-Flex design |
| Seat Post | SDG I-Beam Pro, Super Oversize, 2014 aluminium |
| Brakes | Kinetix UltraLite, forged aluminium V-brakes, micro bolts, front Flex stainless noodle, stainless anchor bolt |
| Brake Lever | Avid FR5 |
| Cable Housing | LiveWire K, Kevlar SIS housing, slick cable, Lube Tube ferrules |
| Front Wheel | Rolf Prima Accel - 390g |
| Rear Wheel | Rolf Prima Accel - 560g |
| Tyres | Dahon Special Edition Schwalbe Stelvio, Mango/Black, 28-406, 120 psi, foldable Kevlar bead, DualCompound Silica casing, RaceGuard anti-puncture protection |
| Shifters | SRAM X7, 8 Speed |
| Derailleur | SRAM X7, Dahon custom edition |
| Cassette | SRAM 11-32, 8 Speed |
| Crankset | Truvative Elita, ISIS, forged 6061-T6 aluminium, 6061-AL chainring, alloy chainguard w/CNC finish |
| Bottom Bracket | American Classic UltraLight |
| Chain | KMC Z82 |
| Pedals | MKS Promenade, QR |
| Bell | Standard |
Note: Manufacturer may reserve the right to change the specification of that listed or shown on this page.
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Folding Bikes
Wiggle lists a large range of folding bikes to suit most budgets, folding bikes, or folders as they are often called, pack down into a convenient size and are ideal for commuters who do not have room for a normal bike. They can be converted in a matter of seconds and without any tools. They can often be carried on the train, kept under your desk at work, packed into the bottom of a wardrobe, left in the boot of your car or even stowed away on your yacht, they truly are a space-saving, versatile machine. Wiggle's range of modern folding bikes are well geared and ride extremely well and are nothing like the folder of old.
About the Dahon brand
For over 20 years, Dahon have dedicated themselves to building the world's finest folding bicycles. Their award-winning folding bikes combine legendary convenience with an unsurpassed ride. Their patented technologies have revolutionised folding bike design. You'll find their innovations on just about every folding bike on the planet. Small wonder then, that they've been the world's largest manufacturer of folding bicycles since the first bicycle rolled off their production line in 1982. Urban crowding and our dependence on non-renewable sources of energy are problems everybody must face - sooner or later. Folding bikes are part of the solution and Dahon are determined to make a difference.
Dahon was founded with the singular purpose of convincing more people to use environmentally-sustainable forms of transport. To accomplish this goal, they've focused on creating innovative but reasonably-priced folding bicycles. Back in 1982, they started a revolution with their first pioneering folding bicycle. That revolution is now changing the way people around the world move themselves from point A to point B. With almost 2 million folding bicycles sold, they are the proud worldwide leader in folding bicycles.
They are headquartered in Los Angeles, California and their bicycles are assembled in their factories in Taiwan, Macau, and China with parts sourced from the leading component manufacturers from around the world. Their bicycles are sold in over 30 countries. They are proud to say that a majority of their 700+ worldwide employees travel to work by bicycle, public transport, or a combination of both.
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